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One for all, all for one as Toronto FC prepares for MLS Cuphttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/12/08/one-for-all-all-for-one-as-toronto-fc-prepares-for-mls-cup.html
9755ff28-d3ee-4d2f-b60b-2cb4e09d2cd1Thu, 8 Dec 2016 19:12:44 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/12/08/one-for-all-all-for-one-as-toronto-fc-prepares-for-mls-cup/reds.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>Ask any of the players what got them where they are today and the ties that bind are as readily cited as anything else.
Laura Armstrong - Staff ReporterToronto FC midfielder Michael Bradley works out with his mates as the Reds prepare for Saturday's MLS Cup against Seattle at BMO Field.Nathan DenetteTHE CANADIAN PRESSMajor League Soccer made sure its championship cup stood outhttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/12/08/major-league-soccer-made-sure-its-championship-cup-stood-out.html
6685c021-114f-4f18-953a-3d5189361f41Thu, 8 Dec 2016 16:35:48 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/12/08/major-league-soccer-made-sure-its-championship-cup-stood-out/sp-soc-mlstrophy6dec-2.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>“I wanted it to compete with other trophies around the world, like the Stanley Cup or the World Cup.”
Laura Armstrong - Staff ReporterLessons from Defoe flop helped TFC reach MLS Cuphttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/12/07/lessons-from-defoe-flop-helped-tfc-reach-mls-cup.html
41edbc06-9a3b-4a92-9984-5a94a6746c7dWed, 7 Dec 2016 19:10:16 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/12/07/lessons-from-defoe-flop-helped-tfc-reach-mls-cup/tfc.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>Expensive transfer didn't pay off on the field, but gave team a model for future success.
Laura Armstrong - Staff ReporterToronto FC forward Sebastian Giovinco, left, and teammate Jozy Altidore celebrate their victory over the Montreal Impact in MLS Eastern Conference final.Frank GunnTHE CANADIAN PRESSJozy Altidore silences critics in guiding TFC to MLS Cup: Feschukhttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/12/06/jozy-altidore-silences-critics-in-guiding-tfc-to-mls-cup-feschuk.html
ecd5003a-b7a8-4072-8e04-022b5c4a0602Tue, 6 Dec 2016 20:43:01 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/12/06/jozy-altidore-silences-critics-in-guiding-tfc-to-mls-cup-feschuk/jozy.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>During TFC’s watershed run to the championship match, the 27-year-old Altidore has been Toronto’s most reliable goal machine.
Dave Feschuk - Sports ColumnistToronto FC forward Jozy Altidore has played a key role in the Reds' drive to Saturday's MLS Cup championship, with five goals and four assists.Chris YoungTHE CANADIAN PRESSArmando Cooper has become a key cog in Toronto FC’s successhttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/12/06/armando-cooper-has-become-a-key-cog-in-toronto-fcs-success.html
8f2a7091-dc76-444c-b981-f3ca17a77ae0Tue, 6 Dec 2016 20:20:12 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/12/06/armando-cooper-has-become-a-key-cog-in-toronto-fcs-success/cooper.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>Panamanian midfielder's attacking flair meshes well with strikers Sebastian Giovinco and Jozy Altidore.
Laura Armstrong - Staff ReporterToronto FC midfielder Armando Cooper has solidified his spot in the lineup in the post-season, scoring his first goal in a Reds uniform during the second leg of the Eastern Conference final against Montreal Impact.
John E. SokolowskiUSA Today SportsBrian Schmetzer’s fresh, new voice has Seattle on verge of MLS championshiphttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/12/06/brian-schmetzers-fresh-new-voice-has-seattle-on-verge-of-mls-championship.html
5bb01aee-ccb7-443f-9af8-79fb9d824a66Tue, 6 Dec 2016 15:52:41 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/12/06/brian-schmetzers-fresh-new-voice-has-seattle-on-verge-of-mls-championship/coach.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>Sounders coach looking to add key piece of hardware to club’s trophy case.
Tim Booth - The Associated PressSeattle Sounders coach Brian Schmetzer took over as the interim head coach after Sigi Schmid was let go in late July.Erika SchultzThe Associated PressUnlikely MLSE marriage hits five years of semi-bliss: Coxhttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/12/02/unlikely-mlse-marriage-hits-five-years-of-semi-bliss-cox.html
fd6fcc45-a91a-4795-b682-37e315024fc9Fri, 2 Dec 2016 16:36:54 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/12/02/unlikely-mlse-marriage-hits-five-years-of-semi-bliss-cox/toronto-fc-fans.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>Success of Toronto FC, Raptors, even Leafs, and soaring franchise values ease tensions between Bell and Rogers against all odds.
Damien Cox - Sports ColumnistToronto FC has given fans more reasons than ever to cheer this season, with the MLS Cup in reach.Chris YoungTHE CANADIAN PRESSSounders stand between TFC and MLS Cuphttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/12/01/sounders-stand-between-tfc-and-mls-cup.html
7d21e037-b555-4dac-84ca-d66a165e29b1Thu, 1 Dec 2016 22:02:52 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/12/01/sounders-stand-between-tfc-and-mls-cup/seattle-sounders.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>Teams played to a draw back in July, but Reds are back at full strength for final.
Laura Armstrong - Staff ReporterSeattle Sounders forward Darwin Jones, center, tries to drive the ball past forward Herculez Gomez, left, during training on Wednesday in Tukwila, Wash.Ted S. WarrenThe Associated PressSurprising Toronto FC lets fans dare to dream: Feschukhttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/12/01/surprising-toronto-fc-lets-fans-dare-to-dream-feschuk.html
2b6753bf-949a-448a-8db7-caaf68f7a787Thu, 1 Dec 2016 19:43:18 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/12/01/surprising-toronto-fc-lets-fans-dare-to-dream-feschuk/tfc-fans.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>Three years from laughingstock to MLS Cup berth that takes local sports scene to a higher level — the one former MLSE architect Tim Leiweke had in mind.
Dave Feschuk - Sports ColumnistTeammates celebrate with Toronto FC's Benoit Cheyrou, who scored the goal that punched a ticket to the MLS Cup final on Dec. 10.Steve RussellToronto StarToronto FC bound for MLS Cup finalhttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/11/30/toronto-fc-on-the-way-to-mls-cup-final-after-series-win.html
7defc4ac-48ea-4cf7-8a0d-3c91ac889c55Wed, 30 Nov 2016 21:47:00 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/11/30/toronto-fc-on-the-way-to-mls-cup-final-after-series-win/srtfc16113027.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>TFC will host MLS championship game Dec. 10 after thrilling OT victory over Montreal Impact in Eastern final.
Laura Armstrong - Staff ReporterToronto FC midfielder Michael Bradley (4) holds up the MLS Eastern Conference Cup after the Toronto FC beat the Montreal Impact to advance to the MLS Cup Final in Toronto.Steve RussellToronto StarTFC GM says team can be contender for years to come https://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/11/30/tfc-gm-says-team-can-be-contender-for-years-to-come.html
28b34bc5-ce14-415b-8c7c-94f9efdfb19bWed, 30 Nov 2016 19:59:05 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/11/30/tfc-gm-says-team-can-be-contender-for-years-to-come/victor-montagliani.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>With Toronto FC reaching new heights in playoffs, Tim Bezbatchenko says team’s plans are finally paying off.
Laura Armstrong - Staff ReporterCONCACAF president Victor Montagliani is please witht the growth of soccer in Tornto, and wants to help it continue.Rebecca BlackwellThe Associated PressToronto FC groundskeeper has field in pitch-perfect conditionhttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/11/30/toronto-fc-groundskeeper-has-field-in-pitch-perfect-condition.html
a4a2a054-127f-4ac7-8edc-3f0f6bfd25f2Wed, 30 Nov 2016 16:17:02 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/11/30/toronto-fc-groundskeeper-has-field-in-pitch-perfect-condition/afwbmograss02jpg.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>Field in good shape for clash with Montreal Impact.
Laura Armstrong - Staff ReporterRobert Heggie, TFC's head groundskeeper, shows off his team's handiwork at BMO Field.Andrew Francis WallaceToronto StarToronto FC is already winning big off the fieldhttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/11/29/toronto-fc-is-already-winning-big-off-the-field.html
3383dbc0-1b28-4c68-ae08-c0424721ec37Tue, 29 Nov 2016 19:08:29 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/11/29/toronto-fc-is-already-winning-big-off-the-field/tfc.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>This year’s Forbes ranking valued the Reds at $245 million, third-highest in the league. But with attendance up and more people watching their run toward the MLS Cup, experts say next year’s franchise valuation could be even more impressive.
Morgan Campbell - Staff ReporterThe on-field product is finally matching the support Toronto FC has received over the last decade.Steve RussellToronto StarTFC knows the score, and 1-0 would be just finehttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/11/29/toronto-fc-clash-with-montreal-sets-bmo-field-record.html
e849b725-022c-455b-a366-0b330bd6e483Tue, 29 Nov 2016 11:41:58 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/11/29/toronto-fc-clash-with-montreal-sets-bmo-field-record/2016-11-23t052143z735150105nocidrtrmadp3mls-eastern-confere.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>Montreal will be playing to protect one-goal lead in MLS East final.
Laura Armstrong - Staff ReporterSebastian Giovinco and the Reds will have 36,000 fans cheering them on Wednesday.Eric BolteUSA TodayReds can bring MLS final to Toronto by winning Easthttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/11/28/reds-can-bring-mls-final-to-toronto-by-winning-east.html
6e867d54-0541-4233-8e1d-a1c3f1c7a480Mon, 28 Nov 2016 18:16:20 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/11/28/reds-can-bring-mls-final-to-toronto-by-winning-east/tfc.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>TFC is the highest-seeded team left in the post-season, but Montreal is up a goal.
Laura Armstrong - Staff ReporterToronto FC, celebrating its second goal in the East final last week, knows the Western representative in the MLS Cup final (Seattle) but still has to secure its spot. Toronto, down a goal to Montreal, hosts the Impact Wednesday.Graham HughesTHE CANADIAN PRESSToronto FC might tinker for success in MLS Eastern final showdownhttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/11/27/toronto-fc-might-tinker-for-success-in-mls-eastern-final-showdown.html
a058ee10-2bb8-4aa3-b75c-25aec619a269Sun, 27 Nov 2016 23:14:37 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/11/27/toronto-fc-might-tinker-for-success-in-mls-eastern-final-showdown/johnson-tfc.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>TFC sub Will Johnson might crack starting lineup for Wednesday’s deciding match vs. Montreal after impact performance late in opener.
Laura Armstrong - Staff ReporterToronto FC sub Will Johnson was in the middle of the action in the second half of the opener of the MLS Eastern final against Montreal.Steve RussellToronto StarSeattle Sounders will face TFC-Impact winner for MLS Cuphttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/11/27/seattle-sounders-will-face-tfc-impact-winner-for-mls-cup.html
c75938c4-69c6-4c17-9af6-f7bae249eb17Sun, 27 Nov 2016 18:59:00 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/11/27/seattle-sounders-will-face-tfc-impact-winner-for-mls-cup/sounders-trophy.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>MLS championship game will be in Toronto if TFC advances. Sounders hand Colorado Rapids only home loss of 2016 in West final.
The Associated PressOsvaldo Alonso hoists the MLS Western Conference championship trophy with Sounders teammates after Sunday's win.Harry HowGETTY IMAGESBMO Field's grass whisperer silences skepticshttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/11/26/bmo-fields-grass-whisperer-silences-skeptics.html
ded09732-62cb-435d-8a46-42c529792252Sat, 26 Nov 2016 17:31:35 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/11/26/bmo-fields-grass-whisperer-silences-skeptics/grey-cup-turf.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>Home of Grey Cup and Toronto FC faces huge test with big games three days apart.
Laura Armstrong - Staff ReporterRedblacks fullback Brendan Gillanders adds a little top dressing to the ball at Saturday's final walk-through for Sunday's Grey Cup game at BMO Field, which will undergo a quick makeover for Wednesday's MLS Eastern final contest.Paul ChiassonTHE CANADIAN PRESSToronto FC calls Big O turf ‘dangerous’https://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/11/24/toronto-fc-calls-big-o-turf-dangerous.html
0dd9be10-deaf-497a-b7e8-9e25a5f52322Thu, 24 Nov 2016 16:21:24 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/11/24/toronto-fc-calls-big-o-turf-dangerous/giovinco.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>While both teams had to deal with the turf, TFC was clearly still aggrieved at the game conditions.
Neil Davidson - The Canadian PressToronto FC forward Sebastian Giovinco is fouled as Toronto FC plays the Montreal Impact in the MLS East final at Olympic Stadium on Wednesday.Steve RussellToronto StarPenalty box snafu forces Three Stooges-like fix at TFC-Impact gamehttps://www.thestar.com/sports/tfc/2016/11/23/penalty-box-snafu-forces-three-stooges-like-fix-at-tfc-impact-game.html
e448fea4-eb58-4ec4-ad04-919f8af830e5Wed, 23 Nov 2016 09:17:43 EST
<img src="https://www.thestar.com/content/dam/thestar/sports/tfc/2016/11/23/penalty-box-snafu-forces-three-stooges-like-fix-at-tfc-impact-game/penalty-box-lines.jpg.size.xxlarge.original.jpg"/><br/>Playoff match delayed 40 minutes after officials found markings on the field at Olympic Stadium were too small.
Neil Davidson - The Canadian PressImpact grounds crew race to paint over lines for the penalty box that was too narrow at the MLS playoff game between TFC and Montreal Impact at Olympic Stadium in Montreal on Tuesday.Steve RussellToronto Star